What to do and see in Galapagos Islands, Galapagos Islands: The Best Things to do Adventurous

September 11, 2021 Enriqueta Cusson

Abundant wildlife above and below the waves draws eco-tourists to Ecuador's Galapagos. Get up close on a stroll or in a Zodiac boat. Snorkel and dive with denizens of the deep, from sea lions to sea turtles at Santiago's Cousin's Rock. Hike by finches, flamingos and iguanas along the Darwin Trail. Admire Sierra Negra Volcano on Isabela. As visitor numbers are limited within the islands' National Park, book your boat tour through a tour operator. Visit January through April for the best snorkeling.
Restaurants in Galapagos Islands

1. Darwin Bay

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Darwin Bay

Teeming with wildlife, this scenic bay is named for Charles Darwin, the famous scientist and naturalist who created the Origin of Species theory.

Reviewed By SFO45

We made a wet landing from our panga off the Santa Cruz II at Darwin Bay, and immediately saw a shark in the shallow water. We took a short hike in the area of the landing (populated by sea lions on the beach), and immediately saw frigate birds with their red chests puffed out, and boobies and chicks. Some people in our group went snorkeling off the beach, but conditions were rough. Earlier, our kids went kayaking around Darwin Bay, and with the rough water everyone got drenched. This trip was in June, which has rough water.

2. Galapagos Alternative

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Galapagos Alternative

At Galapagos Alternative we specialize in personalized land-based tour packages. We offer unique experiences of the islands the way we see them: as locals. Choose the sights and activities most interesting to you, stay at local places, eat at local restaurants, and of course, get up-close experiences with the amazing animals that make the Galapagos Islands so special. We can help you find the best options to fit your timeframe, budget and preferences. We can help with all aspects of your trip, from booking unique accommodations to daily activities and transport between the islands. We are Jill and Javier Moreno, and we'd like to welcome you to our home. We look forward to treating you like family, showing you our favorite places, and ensuring that you have the experience of a lifetime in the amazing and beautiful Galapagos!

3. Galapagos Unbound

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Galapagos Unbound

The only tour in the world that allows you to camp on the beaches inside of the Galapagos National Park! You'll swim with sea lions, hike up volcanoes, explore the local culture, kayak around the islands, watch Blue Footed Boobies, Galapagos Tortoises, iguanas and more in their natural habitat. A truly unforgettable adventure perfect for all ages!

4. Galapagos Natural Life - Day Tours

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Galapagos Natural Life - Day Tours

Galapagos Natural Life is a Ecuadorian Tourist Company founded in 2005, we have the best options for your galapagos trip.Our web site is update every week, you can review dates, itineraries, yachts and photos about our trips.We sell more than 70 yachts in galapagos island, we have options in luxury, first, superior, tourism and economic class.Our program Galapagos Island Hopping (Land Based Hotel)is another good option for visit galapagos island.We have jungle trip, daily tours to Otavalo Market, Middle of the world, Cotopaxy creter, Quilotoa Lake.

5. Galakiwi Adventures

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Galakiwi Adventures

Galapagos travel specialists offering unique land-based tours including Photography, Yoga and Bike tours in the Galapagos Islands. Galakiwi's adventure tours provide a mix of wildlife and cultural experiences, giving travelers a complete Galapagos experience.

6. Guiding Galapagos Expeditions

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Guiding Galapagos Expeditions

We are a local agency in Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz and offer customized island hopping tours and cruises to the Galapagos Islands. A different and authentic way to discover the famous archipelago in the Pacific Ocean. All itineraries are designed by a naturalist guide who was born on the islands and has been living and working here ever since.

7. Galapagos Underwater

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Galapagos Underwater

Galapagos Underwater are distinguished by their creativity, security, professionalism and attention to detail and this encourages us to offer a new adventure route to discover on ISABELA ISLAND. We provide the service with clients who made their reservations via email or through TripAdvisor with their associated companies. ABOUT US: Since 2001, Jose A Bravo Founder and CEO Galapagos Underwater has developed, organized, and delivered top-quality diving tours in one of the world´s hotspots of biodiversity. We offer a complete range of products to explore practically every dive site of this wonderfully diverse marine reserve. For more 8 years, Galapagos Underwater has been leading adventurers like you to one of the world´s most exciting travel destinations, a place of countless natural and cultural wonders.

8. Ecuagringo Fishing

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Ecuagringo Fishing

Complete custom packages for fishing charters and adventure in San Cristobal, Galapagos Islands. Our company started the marlin fishery in the Galapagos, explored and pioneered the waters since 1997. We are the most experienced fishing charter company in the Galapagos offering pitch baiting, light tackle, fly fishing, spinning, popping and bottom fishing.

9. North Seymour Island

Ecuador +593 99 980 3147 http://seafinch.com
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North Seymour Island

Reviewed By 555tanaw - Kennewick, United States

This was the first stop on our Galapagos trip and it was great! Lots of blue footed boobies with their chicks, frigate birds, sea lions galore as well as a ton of iguanas. Well worth the visit!

10. Punta Espinoza

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Punta Espinoza

Reviewed By 75steven - New Hartford, United States

What an incredible island. Lava fields, marine iguana, hawks, sally light footed crabs, and sea lions were everywhere. We just missed (3-4 days) an active lava flow event but so enjoyed our short visit to the youngest of all the islands. It's raw beauty and natural differences from the other islands added to our experience.

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